Critics: G7’s $50 Billion Russian Assets-Backed Loan Might Upset the West’s Financial Stability

The G7’s finalized deal approving a Russian assets-backed loan of $50 billion to support the Ukrainian war effort has the potential to upset the Western financial system. Critics state that the U.S. and other countries may face repercussions, including losing the trust of some of their allies. Russian Assets-Backed Loan Has the Potential of Changing … Read more

Is G20 Losing Relevance? BRICS’ Rise Signals Shift in Global Power

The rapid rise of BRICS is challenging the relevance of the G20 as a global platform, with BRICS nations now surpassing the G7 in economic output. As BRICS gains influence, discussions about reforms to major international organizations, including the IMF and UN, are intensifying. According to an expert, the G20’s future is increasingly uncertain as … Read more

Putin Blasts US Sanctions, Reveals 95% of Russian Trade Now Dollar-Free

Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized U.S. sanctions, noting that they are driving global economies away from the U.S. dollar and leading to a gradual decline in its use for international trade and reserves. He highlighted that Russia now conducts 95% of its foreign trade in national currencies due to these sanctions. Putin emphasized BRICS nations’ … Read more

BRICS Erodes US and EU Hegemony as Nations Seek Sovereignty and Equal Cooperation

BRICS is undermining the hegemony of Washington and Brussels as nations increasingly seek equal dialogue and cooperation that prioritize their own interests, according to Russia’s State Duma speaker. He stressed that countries are moving away from serving the U.S. and its allies, instead choosing partnerships that respect sovereignty and offer mutually beneficial cooperation, signaling a … Read more

BRICS Nations Set for 4.4% Growth in 2024-2025, Outpacing G7 Economies

Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has emphasized the rising influence of BRICS nations during a recent event, noting their projected economic growth of 4.4% in 2024-2025, compared to 1.7% for G7 countries. Siluanov highlighted BRICS’ growing share of global GDP, now at 36.7%, and the addition of new members like Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the … Read more

US Treasury Expands Sanctions to Cripple Russian War Economy

The U.S. Treasury Department announced Wednesday that over 300 new sanctions have been issued to intensify pressure on Russia for its ongoing war against Ukraine. These measures, in alignment with G7 commitments, target entities and individuals globally to cripple Russia’s military-industrial base by restricting access to U.S. software, IT services, and foreign financial support. The … Read more

Bitmex Founder Arthur Hayes Advises to ‘Go Long on Bitcoin’ as G7 Central Banks May Slash Rates

Arthur Hayes, the founder and former CEO of Bitmex, recently shared his insights on the future of global financial markets in a blog post. Hayes delves into the impact of central bank policies on the global economy, emphasizing the role of interest rates and inflation targets. Bitmex Founder’s Perspective on Global Finance and Bitcoin In … Read more

Companies Turn to Crypto for Payments as G7 and EU Mull Sanctions on Russian SWIFT Equivalent

Some Russian companies have turned to using crypto to settle payments and protect themselves from potential secondary sanctions from Western countries. At least two top metal producers have transacted using USDT, the largest stablecoin in the crypto market, as the G7 and the EU mull more sanctions against alternatives for these operations. Crypto Used as … Read more

G7 Nations Discuss Countering China’s ‘Economic Coercion’

The Group of Seven (G7) countries are discussing ways to counter China’s “economic coercion” against other nations, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has shared. Noting that Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.K., and the European Union share similar concerns, she emphasized that any action by the U.S. will be “narrowly scoped and targeted at … Read more